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2012 Chevrolet Suburban
Get Pricing$42,220 - $58,115 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
17 MPG Comb.
Body Type
SUV
Transmission
Automatic
Seatings
7 Seats
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Overview
The Tahoe and Suburban are Chevrolet's full-size SUVs. The Suburban is essentially the Tahoe's longer-wheelbase bigger brother. Both the Tahoe and Suburban are offered in LS, LT and LTZ models, while the Tahoe Hybrid comes in a single trim. Each...
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 21
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd):
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 160
Maximum Alternator Watts:
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 15.7
Weight Information
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs): 3600
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs): 4200
Curb Weight - Front (lbs): 3028
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs): 2796
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs): 7400
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs): 11500
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 5000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 750
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: Coil springs
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi link
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs): 3600
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs): 4200
Axle Type - Front: Independent
Axle Type - Rear: Semi-floating
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs): 3600
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs): 4200
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front: 3.08
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear: 3.08
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): 46.0
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): 46.0
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 1.41
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 1.10
Brakes
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line):
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.0 x 1.2
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.6 x 0.8
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: QSS
Rear Tire Order Code: QSS
Spare Tire Order Code: ZRS
Front Tire Size: P275/55R20
Rear Tire Size: P275/55R20
Spare Tire Size: P265/70R17
Front Tire Capacity (lbs): 2125
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs): 2125
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs): - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front: - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear: - TBD -
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare: - TBD -
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): 17 x - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering
Steering Type: Pwr
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center: 17.8
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock: - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 43.0
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Frame
Frame Type: Ladder
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 31
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal):
Fuel Tank Location: - TBD -
Aux Fuel Tank Location:
Doors
Side Door Type:
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 130.0
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in): 222.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 79.1
Height, Overall (in): 76.8
Overhang, Front (in): - TBD -
Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in): - TBD -
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in): 32.6
Ground Clearance, Front (in): 10.5
Ground Clearance, Rear (in): 9.1
Rear Door Opening Height (in): 32.6
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Side Door Opening Height (in):
Side Door Opening Width (in):
Step Up Height - Front (in):
Step Up Height - Side (in):
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in):
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 101.8
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 69.6
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in): 35.6
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 4 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 49.1
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 41.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 137.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 90.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 45.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 4 (ft³):
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 7
Front Head Room (in): 41.1
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in): 65.2
Front Hip Room (in): 60.5
Second Head Room (in): 38.5
Second Leg Room (in): 39.5
Second Shoulder Room (in): 65.2
Second Hip Room (in): 61.8
Third Head Room (in): 38.1
Third Leg Room (in): 34.9
Third Shoulder Room (in): 64.7
Third Hip Room (in): 49.4
Summary
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Suburban
Body Style: 4 Door 1500
Body Code:
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 11.0
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 2
Pricing
This model has 10 different trims.
| MSRP | $58,115 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $54,046 |
| Description | 5.3L/323, 320 @ 5400, Automatic |
Fuel Economy
This model has 10 different trims.
| City | 15 MPG |
|---|---|
| Hwy | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Description | 5.3L/323, 320 @ 5400, Automatic |
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